Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Blu-ray Disc aka BD is an optical storage media that is next-generation optical disc format jointly developed by the Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA), a group of the world's leading consumer electronics, personal computer and media manufacturers. Its main use is to store the high definition video. The main advantage of Blu-ray is the sheer amount of data storage.

A single-layer Blu-ray disc, which is the same size of a standard DVD, can hold up to 27 GB of data.

A double-layer Blu-ray disc can store up to 50 GB.

All current optical disc such as DVD rely on a red laser to read and write data, the new format as BD uses a blue-violet laser instead, hence the name Blu-ray. The benefit of using a blue-violet laser is that it can focus the laser spot with even greater precision which permits data to be packed more tightly and stored in less space, so data storage increases even though it's the same size as a CD/DVD. Apart from its storage capacity, it provides more interactivity to its users. With Blu-ray, you can:

record high-definition television without any quality loss

instantly skip to any spot on the disc

record one program while watching another on the disc

create play lists

edit or reorder programs recorded on the disc

automatically search for an empty space on the disc to avoid recording over a program

Blu-ray Disc recordable : Blu-ray Disc recordable refers to two optical disc formats that can be recorded with an optical disc recorder. BD-R discs can be written to once, whereas BD-RE can be erased and re-recorded multiple times.

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Corsair’s Flash drives are very popular among its users. Its one of the product is Flash Padlock. This Flash Padlock is quite different from other flash drives in terms of security. This padlock provides the total security to user's data on the go. Flash Padlock is the best way to secure your data while on the go. This Flash Padlock prevents any unauthorized access or outer-interference to the data stored on Padlock drive. For securing the data on drive, user program a pin, like they do for an ATM machine, to get access their account. This drive consists a east-t0-use keypad in conjunction with lock/unlock indicator lights makes the Flash Padlock highly intuitive to use. This flash drive is fully plug and play device which requires no software or even no drives.

The Flash Padlock contains a ash memory controller and ash memory IC similar to many USB flash drives. Unique to the Flash Padlock is an external six-button keyboard and an internal separate security processor. This specialized security processor enables or disables operation of the Flash Padlock drive. When the drive is “locked” or disabled, it will be completely invisible to the system that it is plugged into – much similar to a printer that is not powered on. When the combination is successfully entered, the drive is “unlocked” or activated, and operates as a normal USB fl ash drive. This operation continues until the drive is unplugged from the system, whereupon the Flash Padlock will automatically “lock” itself after 15 seconds of being disconnected.

The combination itself is programmable, and can be entered regardless of whether the drive is plugged into the computer. Green and red LEDs are used to indicate successful entry of the combination.Features of Corsair Flash DriveAuto-Locking – Self locking after removal from computer
Customizable PIN – Set your own easy to remember PIN
Easy to Use – Direct keypad access and indicator lights make locking/unlocking simple
Plug and Play – Hardware based security works without installing or running software
Platform independent – Works on Windows, MAC and Linux platforms without the use of software
Corsair Flash Drive is available in 2GB and 4GB capacities models. Its price is Rs. 1,799.

Friday, December 26, 2008

Now a days, all leading mobile companies are launching their smart phone series in the Indian market. Samsung has also launched its new smart phone Samsung Omnia aka SGH-i900. The Omnia definitely looks to be a good phone going by the specs. Building on the nearly flawless Samsung Instinct, the Omnia adds features and capabilities that make it the premiere phone on the market. Sporting a platinum look finish, the all-in-one takes advantage of samsung patented TouchWiz interface to simplify texting and data-entering. It also shows-off its unique widgets that allows you to customize and personalize various operations.
Detailed features of Samsung Omnia

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Finally, Apple announced the aluminum MacBook and its new Nvidia chipset on October 14, 2008. The Nvidia chipset brought a 1066 MHz system bus, use of DDR3 system memory, and integrated NVIDIA 9400M graphics. Other highlights include an LED backlit display, a new Mini DisplayPort, a multi-touch glass trackpad, and the removal of the FireWire 400 port. The new MacBook is thinner than earlier MacBooks and has a unibody aluminum case with tapered edges. The keyboard of MacBook is backlit like MacBook Pro.

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Quintessential is a multi format audio player with lots of extra features. With its new extended freeform skinning engine and plethora of feature extending plugins Quintessential Player can be whatever you want it to be.
This new version brings you closer to your music then ever before. Stop letting your media player push you around, take control with Quintessential's new and improved arsenal of features.
Most importantly you can take control of your listening experience for FREE. How is this possible you ask? It just is. Don't let the price fool you, there are no Pro versions, cripples, nags or spyware. Quintessential is here to be enjoyed without any catches.Features of Quintessential Player 4.51

Saturday, December 13, 2008

Finally, Sony Computer Entertainment has launched its most-awaited product PLAYSTATION 3. Sony has ruled the console landscape with its previous PlayStation home consoles, and the company is hoping that it has another blockbuster on tap. The PLAYSTATION 3 is the third home video game console produced by Sony. The PLAYSTATION 3 is a graphical powerhouse, with a cutting-edge Cell processor and a customized Nvidia graphics chip that could melt most gaming PCs. But the console goes beyond gaming. The PLAYSTATION 3 is competing with Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's Wii as part of the seventh generation of video game consoles. A major feature that distinguishes the PLAYSTATION 3 from its predecessors is its unified online gaming service, the PlayStation Network.

With the PLAYSTATION 3 system, you get free PlayStation Network membership, built-in Wi-Fi and 80GB of hard disk drive storage for games, music, videos and photos. And every PS3 system comes with a built-in Blu-ray player to give you pristine picture quality and the best high-definition viewing experience available. Whether it's gaming, Blu-ray movies, music or online services, experience it all with the PLAYSTATION 3 system.
Features of PLAYSTATION 3 :GAMING - PlayStation has always been home to great games from the world's most skilled game developers and the story is no different with PS3. With a Hard Disk Drive and Blu-ray Disc storage as standard, developers can now create worlds of previously unimaginable size and detail, while the processing speed of the Cell Broadband Engine allows for advanced physical simulation and Artificial Intelligence. Combine it all with advanced High Definition graphics, and you get games that are more impressive and immerse than ever before.
VIDEO - PLAYSTATION 3 is not just about the games, at its heart beats a powerful Blu-ray Disc player plus a 60GB Hard Disk Drive (HDD) to look after your other video files. PLAYSTATION 3 has a Blu-ray Disc Player built in. With a massive capacity on each BD, allowing up to three hours of HD video plus nine hours of Standard Definition (SD) bonus material to be stored on one double layer Blu-ray Disc, you'll be sure of no disc-swapping interruptions. As the heart of your home multimedia enjoyment, PS3 is also the perfect place to store, organise and enjoy an array of digital video files. Store your existing digital movies on the PLAYSTATION 3 system's Hard Disk Drive, plus download new content from PLAYSTATION Store including High Definition movie and game trailers. You can also access video files stored on your PS3 via Remote Play with your PSP. Build a massive library of staggering visual entertainment on your PS3, and access it in a different location via PSP.
MUSIC - PLAYSTATION 3 is your very own multimedia centre and no self-respecting entertainment fan should be without some tunes to stir the soul. With a 60GB Hard Disk Drive, PLAYSTATION 3 is a great partner for your music collection. Select the Music icon on the Home Menu of PLAYSTATION 3 to access your music and audio files. Simply pop in an audio CD and the icon will pop up in the Music category. Find the track(s) or album(s) you want, press the TRIANGLE button on your SIXAXIS Wireless Controller and copy to PS3. The same goes for tunes stored on connected devices such as PSP, Memory Stick, USB drives and other compatible storage devices. You can also access the music collection on your PS3 via Remote Play with your PSP, including the Visual Player.
PHOTO - A picture can paint a thousand words thanks to the PS3 system's ability to store, organise and display your digital photos. With a 60GB Hard Disk Drive (HDD) at your disposal, PLAYSTATION 3 is the ideal home for all your photographic memories. Transfer your images from your Memory Stick, SD Memory Card or Compact Flash memory via the ports on your PS3, or connect an array of other devices - such as your PSP, digital camera, camera phone, USB drive, etc - via the relevant cable into one of the USB ports. Once stored on the PS3 HDD, you can organise the photos into folders, view in an array of slide shows and even send to your Friends on the PLAYSTATION Network. You can also access images stored on your PS3 HDD via Remote Play with your PSP. Your digital photo albums, holding years and years of memories are now literally at your fingertips.
NETWORK - PLAYSTATION 3 is all about connectivity, interaction and the content and services offered by PLAYSTATION Network. Once your PLAYSTATION 3 is configured to your liking it will be ready for you to get online and join PLAYSTATION Network. As well as a link to the online Instruction Manuals, Network connects your PS3 to your PSP, and takes you online to the wide world of the Internet and all the exciting content in the PLAYSTATION Store. Surf all your favourite websites, create Bookmarks for your top destinations and open multiple sites in up to six windows for quick browsing. Network is where you'll find Remote Play so you can experience the power of PLAYSTATION3, including all your saved photos, music and movies, in the palm of your hand on PSP.
PS3 Technical Specifications :
* CPU - PSP3 is powered by Cell Broadband Engine.
* GPU - PSP3 is powered by RSX.
* Memory - PSP3 has 256MB XDR Main RAM and 256MB GDDR3 VRAM.
* HDD - PSP3 has memory capecity of 2.5' Serial ATA (60GB).
* USB - 2.0 X 4 and Memory Stick/SD/Compact Flash Slots.
* Communication - Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T
IEEE 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi*
Bluetooth 2.0 (EDR)
Wireless Controller Bluetooth (up to 7)
* Screen size - 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p.
* Dimensions - Approximately 325mm (W) x 98mm (H) x 274mm (D).
* Weight - Approximately 5 kg.
Accessories - The PLAYSTATION 3 system includes:
DUALSHOCK Wireless Controller
PLAYSTATION Network Membership
AC Power Adaptor
AV Cables
USB Cables
Other Accessories :
Blu-ray Remote
ControlBluetooth Headset
PlayStation Eye
Wireless Keypad
Sony has priced the PS3 at Rs. 39,990 in India. It will be available at authorized retail stores in India.